Who Will Wike Support? Minister Finally Opens Up on FCT Election
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will support only candidates who align with President Bola Tinubu’s agenda in the forthcoming FCT Area Councils election scheduled for February 21, Egalitarian Voice reports.
Wike made the statement on Saturday night in Abuja during the 60th birthday celebration of Senator Sandy Onor.
Addressing guests at the event, the minister reaffirmed his unwavering support for President Tinubu, stating that he would back candidates who share the President’s vision, irrespective of their political affiliation. He further emphasized that he would work to ensure that aspirants who do not support the President’s agenda do not emerge victorious, stressing that he has no regrets about his stance.
Wike described the celebrant as a dependable ally, loyal friend, and brother, noting that Onor has remained steadfast through challenging times. He pledged continued solidarity and expressed confidence that Onor would equally stand by his family if the need ever arose.
In a citation read at the ceremony, Prof. Anthony Eyang noted that Onor, born on February 14, 1966, in Ikom, Cross River State, was raised with strong community values and discipline. He traced Onor’s journey from academia at the University of Calabar to the Nigerian Senate and active politics in Cross River State, describing it as a life devoted to scholarship, leadership, and public service.
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Chairman of the planning committee, Senator Philip Aduda, described the celebration as an opportunity to thank God for sustaining Onor over the years.
Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, who represented the Chairman of the Occasion, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, praised Onor as an outstanding Nigerian and capable leader. Former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Kanu Agabi (SAN), also commended Onor’s bravery and intellectual depth, noting his firm respect for the Nigerian Constitution.
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